1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 1964 Porsche 904
To start off, 1964 Porsche 904 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,160 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 2200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Porsche 904 (155 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Abarth 2200 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1964 Porsche 904.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 1964 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Abarth | Porsche |
| Model | 2200 | 904 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2160 cc | 1966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 253 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2310 mm |
